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What is his response to the statement made by the spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China on 30 July 2026, following remarks made in the New Zealand Parliament on 29 July 2026, expressing the hope that relevant people in New Zealand will refrain from making China an issue in domestic politics?

Answered Question 35298 (2026)
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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

Question

  • What is his response to the statement made by the spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China on 30 July 2026, following remarks made in the New Zealand Parliament on 29 July 2026, expressing the hope that relevant people in New Zealand will refrain from making China an issue in domestic politics?

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Rt Hon Christopher Luxon

Member for Botany · National Party · Prime Minister

Answer

I note the Chinese Government’s statements that it does not intend to comment on domestic politics in New Zealand.